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74 Cathryn Street

Fox Lake, IL 60020
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Bed 3

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Bath 2

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SqFt1,456

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PRIME FOX LAKE INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY - HIGH UPSIDE & MAJOR CAPITAL UPGRADES COMPLETE! Positioned directly in the heart of Fox Lake with serene water views and convenient lake access, 74 Cathryn St presents an incredible opportunity for savvy investors, project-driven buyers, or short-term rental operators looking to add value in a high-demand resort location. BRAND-NEW $20K ROOF COMPLETED LAST MONTH: The heaviest capital expenditure is already taken care of with a brand-new, full tear-off roof replacement, protecting your bottom line from day one. NEWER AC SYSTEM: Replaced central air compressor unit within the last 5 years reduces initial repair overhead and keeps mechanicals solid. UNBEATABLE LOCATION & ACCESS: Clear lake views, a community boat ramp just down the hill, and swimming and recreation at nearby Lakefront Park within walking distance deliver a major selling point for future tenants, buyers, or vacation guests. MASSIVE EQUITY & VALUE-ADD POTENTIAL: Bring your toolbox or contractor team to update the interior finishes. The functional layout provides a solid canvas to execute a high-ROI rehab, create a lucrative long-term rental, or design an attractive vacation getaway on the Chain. Whether you're looking to flip, buy-and-hold, or build sweat equity in a waterfront community, major work including the roof and driveway is already done-now it's ready for your vision. Property is being sold AS-IS. CASH OR REHAB FINANCING ONLY.

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Property Type : Residential

Price : $200,000

AD Id : 89661786

MLS Id : MRD12735706

Beds : 3

Living Area Size : 1,456

Year Built : 1945

County : Lake

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Feature Features

  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedroom: 3

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 2

    Room Information

    Rooms Total: 6

    Interior Features

    Roof: Asphalt

    Roofing Information

    Asphalt
  • Flooring Information

    Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Natural Gas Cooling: Central Air WaterSource: Public

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1945

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 35 x 80 Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre

    Property Information

    Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Detached Single Type Detached: Hillside

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price:$200000

  • Tax Information

    Annual Tax: $4905 Tax Year: 2025 Parcel Number: 05033040040000 Tax Exemption: None

  • Parking Information

    Total Parking: 2 Concrete, Driveway, Yes, Owned Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

    Homeowners Association Information

    Included Fees: None

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Lotus School Junior High School: Stanton School Senior High School: Grant Community High School
  • Utility Information

    Sewer: Public Sewer Water Source: Public
  • Location Information

    City: Fox Lake Direction: E Grand Ave to Forest Ave, north on Forest Ave to Cathryn St
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MLS: MRED #12735706 LISTED BY: Jacob McVey, 1 Percent Lists Homegrown Realty 630-796-4086 SOURCE: Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) (Listings courtesy of Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) as distributed by MLS GRID)

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